Received a call from a guy from a heavy foreign accent saying they are from an attorneys office and this matter is very important.  A warrant has been put out on me but he will not tell me where he is from.  I told him this was a scam and he laughed and say the F word about four times to me.

i havent taken any loans out anywhere and this guy is calling my number stating he needs me or my written attorney to call. Should i make a police report can this person get a hold to my bank acct information and credit report?

i also recieved this phone call with the guy telling me about a bench warrarnt and such.  i believe that this man has recieved our information from another online website reguarding cash loans.  please post more information if others have this also or contact the place where the online cash may or may not have been recieved. this scam man needs stopped he has way too much information on all of us!!!

In my investigation of these calls I was told by a good friend that works for the Social Security Office that this calls are scams and that they are calling you and wanting you to call them back from the number they call you on so that they can trace your calls.  This way they can get into the information from where your have your telephone service and access your account information which usually has bank account information from when you pay your telephone bills.  After hearing this immediately canceled my cell phone number and got a new one.  Make sure that you put fraud alerts on your credit reports and call the Social Security Office to let them know your SS# has been stolen, you don't want someone claiming SS benefits under your SS# and also I was told to file a fraud report with the police station.  Do all of this to protect yourself if they decide to sell our SS#'s to someone else!

I got a call today left on my vml stating that I had to call them back and to not disregard the message because if I do all he can do is wish me good luck. So I called back.. had to do it 3x's and they said they were from cashnet.com and this was for a loan I took out in 3/2009 for $300 and the loan was deposited and then they tried to take it out and it was returned NSF. They said it was deposited in to my bank account at the name of my bank and also gave me the email address of my work. I asked him what was the court that I had to appear and he said that I didn't have to do anything that they "would come and get me" and then I heard the word "sexy" and then he told me to forgive him that he was just kidding and then he said that I sounded "beautiful" I promptly hung up.  I was on the train home so when I got off the train I went straight to the police department. The very nice police officer called the company on speaker phone and asked the man that answered the phone why he was calling someone in his town and the man asked for his "barcode" and the police officer said "i'm a cop" and he asked for his badge # which the officer gave then they guy said "f-you MF suck my d**k for telling me you're cop" the police officer hung up and told me that the whole thing was obviously a scam and to just keep a watch on my accounts and if anything if they call back again to let them know that I've already gone to the police and to stop harassing me.

I got a call yestertday at work from attorney Jeffery Stuart saying i owe a payday loan they new my name last 4 of social address where i worked and what bank i have. they told me there is a warrent out for my arrest. I freaked out. i know i did not have  any loan im a single mother trying to make it. I was so cared i called the police department i got a nice lady on the phone she told me not to worry about and i gave her the numbers that a jeffery stuart. she called him she asked he where he was based out of california when the officer ask what the name of the company was he hung up on the office. when i called back and asked so when was this loan taken out he said it was it was bank of america which i have so i freaked out that they even knew that. i asked him what date i did it he said it was march 09 i started laughing and told him that he was a dumb fu** that my account was never opened in march of 09 i told him my lawyer was going to contact him. and told him he was a scam he said oh yeah you fu**ing Bit*H and then hung up on me. This should not be allowed to happen. And they should not get away with it. They should be put in jail. they are makeing peoples life horriable.

I recieved a call from a Mr. Ryan stating that I was going to be arrested for a payday loan I took out in a totally different town that I live. They have the wrong address and they kept asking me for my credit or debit card for this 510.00 dollars I owe from last year. They state that it was deposited into my checking account last year but couldnt tell me when or where. He kept telling me that he loved me and even ask for me to email him a picture. I contacted my bank and no such deposit has been made. During the duration of the call the man changed names 3 times. He gave me Ryan, LOLLY and he spoke arabic the last name he gave.. they also have another number. 875-820-6274. please be very careful....Ryan stated that they were a legal office for a payday loan place for a place in Kansas city and they are based in Califonia. What the heck do I do? they seem to know the ssn#.

got a call from  661-831-3616 and  310-844-9135. Saying my husband took a loan out and has not paid it back( never have) i asked for office inforamtion he wished me luck and stated he would be picked up at 11 am tomorrow. this has been going on for 2 weeks now. How do i stop them? i called the police but nothing will do

I have been receiving these phone calls also for the last two days from the same number. When they call they can tell me my name, address and ss#. I am told that there is a warrant out for my arrest and something about a payday loan (which I don't have or ever had) when I ask them who they are, they curse at me and try to make me confirm my information.  They clearly have caller id because they know who I am when I call.  Well these calls have unnerved me because they have my ss#! Because these calls are out of California, I called Gov. Schwarzenegger office and they would like a letter sent to their office stating all the information that you have put on this blog for investigation purposes.  Then contact your Social Security office and report that your identity has been stolen.

Got a call today from this number and was told by a guy with a foreign accent that it was a legal warning that is time sensitive, and either me or my attorney should call back.  If he didn't hear from me all he could do was wish me luck in the further legal process.  The name left was Johnny and when I called another man stated that there wasn't a Johnny that worked there then put me on hold.  What is really going on?

I got a call at my job today; a guy from a heavy foreign accent saying they are from an attorneys office, saying I have not paid on a "payday loan"; they would not give me an address or with whom the loan was taken out with. They said they were with a criminal division of NBM. They threatend me with saying warrant has been put out on me but he will not tell me where he is from so I could investigate. The man got very agrivated when I asked more questions and hung up on me. I called back to speak to a manager or somone in charge and got cussed out.

Received a call on 11/16/09 from one, Charles Green from phone # 310.844-9135 stating that it is very important I call him back as this is a legal matter. I called, no Charles Green but was put on hold (listened to Iranian music) then a Jefferey Stuart came on and told me that since I did not settle for the $700.00 offered to me for the CashNet loan ( I never had) that my information was already submitted to the police department and a warrant issued for my arrest. Of course I was scared...called a few friends when I got home from work and here I am. These people need to be STOPPED NOW!!!

this guy calls my work harrasing me and telling me i have a warrent which isnt true i contacted the da and he is a scam artist telling me i owe lots of money
i dont know who he is and dont beleive him

A Mr.Fred Anderson keeps calling my job (foreign accent) and saying he is from an attorney's office. He says that if I don't return the call all he can do is wish me luck. I've gotten these type of calls in the past from other numbers and it is a total scam. I refuse to take their calls and I put them to my voice mail.

T reported MR ROSE from 310-844-9135 as a Scammer/Fraudster
Nov 16th 2009 - 9:28:42am EST I HAVE GOTTEN A "WARNING MESSAGE" FROM THIS NUMBER AND SEVERAL FROM 310-735-0192 STATING THAT THEY HAVE A WARNING MESSAGE AND THAT I HAVE A LAWSUIT FILED AGAINST ME. THEY DO NOT TELL ME WHO THEY ARE. THEY CLAIM TO BE FROM AN ATTORNEYS OFFICE, BUT IT IS HARD TO UNDERSTAND THEM WHEN THEY FIRST STARTED CALLING ME, THE CALLS WERE INTERNATIONAL NUMBERS. ONE WAS FROM JAPAN AND THE OTHER WAS FROM INDIA. NOW WHEN THEY CALL, IT COMES UP AS WITHELD. I HAVE GOTTEN 4 CALLS THIS PAST WEEK.

They said I was a suspect in a case and wanted the name of my legal representation. When I had someone call them back, they hung up twice, and laughed and hung up the third time.

A man named Ryan Cruz, accent, very rude called, and said I han gotten an online cash advance of $500.00 sometime last year. 2006, or 2008, or 2009. He said he could not make out what the year was, he said it was sloppy writing. He said I had to settle this out of court or be met my to officer's at my place of residence to be taken into custody to the court house for cyber crimes. He was very rude, would not give me any information, except that money was sent to my bank account with MetaBank, which I do not even have, and there is not a bank in my state. He instructed me to go to my nearest Walmart, and get a Walmart card, then send him the money. He called from a restricted number, which then he gave me 310-844-9135. He kept telling me, I would go to jail, if this was not paid today. I got a card, then sent him all the information he needed.
My brother called, and he told me it was a scam. I immediately called the card company, and got it stopped. Since then, he has called me back on 875-820-6274. I would not return or answer the call. My brother-in-law was called this morning, and when they told hime that they did not know me and that I did not live there, Mr. Cruz called him a M_ _ _ _ _ F _ C _ _ r, and then hung up the phon. My brother-in-law called me, and tod me.
I was able to cancel the payment to them, and they have called me repeatedly,but I know who they are, and will not answer the phone.
Always be aware as to who you are talking to, dont get scammed.

Mark

A man named Ryan Cruz, accent, very rude called, and said I han gotten an online cash advance of $500.00 sometime last year. 2006, or 2008, or 2009. He said he could not make out what the year was, he said it was sloppy writing. He said I had to settle this out of court or be met my to officer's at my place of residence to be taken into custody to the court house for cyber crimes. He was very rude, would not give me any information, except that money was sent to my bank account with MetaBank, which I do not even have, and there is not a bank in my state. He instructed me to go to my nearest Walmart, and get a Walmart card, then send him the money. He called from a restricted number, which then he gave me 310-844-9135. He kept telling me, I would go to jail, if this was not paid today. I got a card, then sent him all the information he needed.
My brother called, and he told me it was a scam. I immediately called the card company, and got it stopped. Since then, he has called me back on 875-820-6274. I would not return or answer the call. My brother-in-law was called this morning, and when they told hime that they did not know me and that I did not live there, Mr. Cruz called him a M_ _ _ _ _ F _ C _ _ r, and then hung up the phon. My brother-in-law called me, and tod me.
I was able to cancel the payment to them, and they have called me repeatedly,but I know who they are, and will not answer the phone.
Always be aware as to who you are talking to, dont get scammed.

Mark

i RECIEVED A CALL AT MY PLACE OF IMPLOYEMENT , IT WAS A MESSAGE LEFT ON MY VOICE MAIL BOX STATING i HAS A VERY SERIOUS TIME SENSATIVE MATTER AND NEED TO CALL KEVIN SWAREZ AT 1-310-844-9135 IMMEDIATLY AND NOT TO IGNORE THIS CALL. i THEN DELETED THE MESSAGE i HAVE RECIEVIED NUMEROUS OTHER CALLS ON MY CELL FROM THESE SAME INDIAN ACCENT PEOPLE CLAIMING DEFAULTED ON PAY DAY LOAN AND ARREST i KNOW THEY ARE SCAMMERS BECAUSE THEY STARTED THIS WITH MY CELL PHONE OVER TWO MONTHS AGO FROM OTHER NUMBERS i HAVE REPORTED TO THE FTC AND THE FBI QALSO MY LOCAL POLICE , ALSO HAD MY CREDIT REPORT PUT ON FRAUD ALERT. THESE PEOPLE WILL GET VERY RUDE AND NASTY WHEN YOU DON'T AGREE TO SEND THEM MONEY. i HAD CONTINUELY ASKED THEM TO STOP CALLING ME AND SEND ME VALIDATION OF THE DEBT. THEY WOULD NOT STOP CALLING MY CELL PHONE UNTIL I GOT MY PHONE TURNED OFF BECAUSE OF THE NONE STOP CALLING NOW THEY HAVE STARTED CALLING MY PLACE OF EMPLOYEMENT. i NO LONGER WILL TALK TO THEM OR ANSWER THE PHONE IF i DON'T RECONIZE THE NUMBER.

I just received the same call from the number 310-844-9135 AT MY JOB!!!! Telling me that there has been a formal judgement placed against me in regards to a loan. I do have a payday loan out, however it is up to date and NOT EVEN DUE YET!!!! They number actually came in as 496-909-8001. I am very upset with the fact they called me at work to say there was legal action taking against me. I did not give them any information and not to call me at work. This can not be legit because I know for a fact that my payday loan is current and up-to-date.

Also, the person on the other end didnt speak English well and when I asked what her name and place of business she was calling from, she refused to give my that information. Hello!!!! SCAM!!!!!!!

Fake Debt Collectors and Collection Tactics

If consumers did not have enough to worry about having to deal with rising credit card interest rates, late fees and over-limit fees, zombie debt, and fervent bill collectors, now we have to worry about collectors calling about fake debt.

While many legitimate collection agencies follow the FDCPA, there are some collectors out there that are only running a scam operation and will be quick to use threats and scare tactics to get you to pay up quick. Their scams turn up in mailboxes, on the internet and through the telephone every day. Some collectors pose as national banks, government agencies (FBI, CIA), or even popular celebrity stars to gain personal information. These phony collectors may threaten to repossess your house, issue a warrant for your arrest, or even garnish your pay check, all of which are against the FDCPA rules. Some of which are even laughable (for example, there is no debtor?s prison in the United States).

Fake debt scammers rely on the fear and lack of knowledge about debt collection laws within the population. They also figure that a certain percentage of their calls will be received by individuals who may be carrying debt on credit cards anyway and may be susceptible to intimidation. When collectors use misleading statements and fail to provide identification, they are breaking the law. Never pay money to a possible thief. Keep cool when you hear from collectors to avoid this collection abuse.

Many times, people who took out payday loans online in the past are most susceptible. If you took a payday loan, be aware scammers may have access to your Social Security number and other personal information, and keep your guard up against such tactics.

Ironically, real "deadbeats" probably wouldn't fall for these scammers, since they have no intention of repaying their creditors anyway. But upright citizens may doubt themselves, thinking they've forgotten to pay a bill. Many times, the sums involved tend to be fairly small, so some people may be tempted to just pay the "bill" and "get it over with."

Ways to Protect Yourself Against Debt Collection Scams

Review your credit report frequently to find inaccuracies.
Be aware of your current creditors and how much you owe.
Ask creditors for identification before you provide any information over the telephone.
Reporting Fake Debt Collectors

If you ever receive a call from anyone identifying himself as a debt collector, the law requires that the debt collector provide you with identification, and that the debt collector refrain from making misleading and threatening statements.

You can report any problems you have to your state Attorney General?s office www.naag.org and the Federal Trade Commission www.ftc.gov. Many states have their own debt collection laws that are different from the federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. Your Attorney General?s office can help you determine your rights under your state?s law.

http://www.internetautoguide.com/credit-cente ... on-tactics.html

We got a call here at work from a guy calling himself "Johnny" and he says that he has sensitive information and that he needs for us or our attorney to call him back or we will be sorry. After hearing the message I was puzzled and I felt relieved after reading this blog. Very rude Indian guy with a bunch of background noises. Hope no one gets fooled by them and they get caught soon.

I got the same phone call they are threatening to call friends and have police pick me up from work. They were demanding that I give them 550 dollars our I would have to take it up with the Judge at the court house. I was terrified to death as well. I called my bestfriend who indicated that I should call the court house and see if there was a warranty for my arrest. They are India or some accent there of, the number is

I am getting calls from this and other numbers threatening a warrant and that I will be thrown in jail because of a payday loan...I have no clue what its about. Indian men, hard to understand...very rude and a bad connection. They are calling my work and cell phone. I was scarred to death then I read this blog...the have my ssn number which is scary but I don't know WHAT to do.

WALLINGFORD, CT, August 07, 2009 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Better Business Bureau is warning consumers about would-be debt collectors who call "payday" loan holders, threatening arrest if they don't pay immediately.

A payday loan, also known as a paycheck advance, is a short-term cash advance intended to cover expenses until the holder's next payday.

The callers claim they are lawyers with the "Financial Accountability Association" or the "Federal Legislation of Unsecured Loans," and they are armed with stolen personal information from their victims, indicating a major security breach of unknown origin. The names used by the scammers may change with time.

According to Connecticut Better Business Bureau President, Paulette Scarpetti, payday loan holders appear to be particularly at risk.

"Because the scammers have so much information about potential victims, BBB is concerned that this may be the result of a data breach. Thousands of people may have had their personal information compromised."

Reports received by Better Business Bureau and posted online explain the con artists threaten the loan holders of defaulting and claim they are being sued. The imposters threaten the loan holders with imminent arrest and extradition to California to stand trial, unless they immediately wire $1000 or provide bank account or credit card information.

Connecticut Better Business Bureau has advice for consumers who receive suspicious telephone calls about an outstanding debt:

-Don't be bullied into immediate action. Ask the debt collector to provide official documentation that substantiates the debt.
-Do not provide or confirm any bank account, credit card or other personal information over the telephone until you confirm the legitimacy of the call.
-If you believe a debt collector is trying to scam you, file an abuse complaint with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) online at www. ftc.gov, or by telephone at (202) 326-2222. Also file a complaint with your Better Business Bureau at http://www.bbb.org or by telephone at 203-269-2700, ext. 2.

About Better Business Bureau CT

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My husband and I recieved a phone call from this number and stated that my husband owed money for a payday loan that we never took out. They stated that they were putting a warrant out for his arrest on Monday due to not paying it. The biggest problem we had that he had all the information of my husband's including social security number. They sounded like they could not talk good English, very rude, and even used a few foul language words. Avoid this phone number if you see it and call the fraud agency if they have any information of yours. The email address is http://www.fraud.org/info/contactnfic.htm for details. This makes me very violated for what had happened to my husband.

We got a call stating that these people were from crime division informing us that me and my husband and my best friend were going to go to jail because of a unpaid payday loan..we never took out a payday loan online and they threaten to throw us in jail if we did not pay them with in 2 hrs..it was an indian call center, lots of background noise very rude agents..how can companies get away with this kind of stuff..?